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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Benson, IL
Assisted living costs in Benson average about $4,484 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in Benson. Our detailed directory has 466 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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9.6
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29 reviews
From the administration, nurses, CNA's all the way to the cleaning staff, all do a great pb suck caring and compassion given to the residents and their families. They are earthly angels!!
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
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9.5
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16 reviews
Food is delicious ??. Lots of change over in staff(I think common anywhere). Wonderful activity director. She works to keep all happy and include families. She has been there a real long time. It's real...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
In 2018, Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, acquired a 60-acre senior living campus that was originally built and nurtured by 14 area Mennonite churches. Renamed The Village at Mercy Creek, it is now part of the Franciscan Communities, which has been providing...
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9.5
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17 reviews
My mom and dad moved into a one bedroom apartment at Carriage Crossing recently. The staff at Carriage Crossing have been great in helping us to get our parents moved and very welcoming once they arrived. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located near the intersection of I-55 and I-74, Carriage Crossing Bloomington provides a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle BroMenn and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers. Schedule a tour and experience our spacious Assisted Living apartments, innovative on-site Memory Care and...
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9.2
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14 reviews
There are many things, I love about Cedarhurst but particularly, I love how warm and inviting it is from the physical space to the staff. Everyone is friendly and you can tell they truly care about their job...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in Pekin, IL, Charter Senior Living of Pekin is an elegantly furnished senior living community with 61 assisted living suites for older adults with specialized needs. Our skilled, friendly, and compassionate team members are available 24 hours a day to deliver personalized service for...
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4 reviews
After several ER visits and hospitalizations that spanned 4 months, my husband's mother made the decision to live out the rest of her life at Proctor Place in Peoria. It turned out to be an absolutely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In 1906, John C Proctor founded the Proctor Endowment Home to provide high quality senior living for the residents of Peoria, IL. More than 100 years later, Proctor Place is still providing the worry-free lifestyle and unmatched healthcare our founder envisioned. There is a lot to love about...
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8.9
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60 reviews
My mother passed away at Bickford. Bickford treated my mom and me with the utmost compassion. I highly recommend Bickford House! The facility and staff are truly top notch.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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8.7
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35 reviews
We no loner have a family member here. During the time there, staff especially was wonderful. All in all it was a good experience considering it's hard to experience a family member decline. I don't think I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Heartis Village, we have a unique perspective of senior living that not only changes minds. It changes lives!Heartis Village offers apartments for both Assisted Living and Memory Care. Right outside a resident’s door is a world of possibility, with a variety of community amenities. All-day...
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8.5
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10 reviews
My experience with finding a place for my Dad at Heritage Woods of Dwight was very nice. The administration people answered all my questions and concerns and made the process easy for me and my Father. My...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods of Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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8.4
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9 reviews
We were very pleased with Evergreen Place, and I think dad would have really enjoyed living there. He was only there for about 2 1/2 months before he passed. They had a COVID outbreak right before he moved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Evergreen Senior Living offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living options and unmatched memory support. We offer both long-term care and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and...
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8.4
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14 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Luther Oaks and the overall experience was very good for her. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The staff, care services, meals and activities were also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Oaks offers vibrant, grace-filled senior living in a welcoming and friendly environment in a peaceful and scenic location. Residents and team members alike share and embrace the comfort, well-being, and peace of mind of a continuing care retirement community. (CCRC) Luther Oaks has earned...
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8.0
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4 reviews
5 -- 1. Overall experience 5 -- 2. Cleanliness. Our unit was fresh painted, even the garage. "Ready to move in" definitely was true. 5 -- 3. Friendliness of staff. 4 -- 4. Quality of care. We haven't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Snyder Village is a non-profit, Christian community. We are committed to providing for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of others in a loving, dignified, and Christian atmosphere. Located in a beautiful rural setting in Metamora, Illinois, Snyder Village offers a variety of living...
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8.0
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14 reviews
They had a stricter covid policy than other facilities (good thing). Personnel & administrative turnover was high during our time there. Dad passed in January of 2023, so this info is almost 2 years old. It...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
After more than a decade of solid experience as a residential community, Charter Senior Living of Washington is recognized as a leader in senior services. Guided by dedicated staff and management, such a level of competence places Cedarhurst of Washington at the forefront of quality care for...
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8.0
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7 reviews
What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Pontiac is the great communication, my mother is no longer there-moved to memory care so we were sad to see her move. Based on the experience we have had so...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living provides apartment-style housing with personal care and other supportive services to adults age 65 and older. Our living environment enables seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living allows...
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8.0
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4 reviews
Villas of Holly Brook was lovely. [name removed] in particular was great. They were really helpful in assisting with the paperwork. They took him in under an emergency situation.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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8.0
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9 reviews
We were so thankful to find this place because we had no idea of where to put my mom with their help. We found the grand Regency and she has been there about two months and couldn't be happier. Thank you for...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Visit us at www.courtyardestates.net A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus...
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7.5
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2 reviews
We wish the turnover was not so high with employees ( not horrible) and sometimes short staffed. But overall very good. My mom is clean, eating well and safe. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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7.4
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23 reviews
Some of the issues we experienced were with staffing. They didn't have enough help to keep things going some days. My dad passed away last month and their nursing staff was extremely helpful for a few days...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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7.4
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18 reviews
So far it has been very nice. It's a large building, they have lots of activities so you can stay busy most of the time. Food is like the rest of the facilities. Most apartments have been remodeled. It has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saxony Court Senior Living, located on 55 acres with beautiful scenery and landscaping, is a senior living community that specializes in Independent and Assisted Living, offering comprehensive rehabilitation services, and retirement living at its best. Residents enjoy a variety of social,...
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7.0
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4 reviews
Supportive Living of Washington is a nice community, but the seniors would like to visit the shops on the square. Our loved one would like to get transportation to and from church on Sunday's and also to the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
As a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, Supportive Living of Washington is deeply committed to the well-being of all our residents and their families. We demonstrate our commitment by always providing superior care and services. Supportive Living of Washington offers a robust activities...
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This place is absolutely wonderful and the staff team here is just so kind. The facility is nice and close to my house so it adds convenience. When I first toured the property I noticed that it is very clean...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Reflections Memory Care opened its doors in May 2014. Reflections is owned by The Villas of Holly Brook with its headquarters located in Charleston, IL. We specialize in focused care to seniors suffering from Dementia and other conditions under this umbrella causing memory loss. Our staff is...
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The facilities themselves were super incredibly clean which stood out to us right away on the tour and based on our experience so far with Washington Villas, we would definitely recommend to other...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined ina beautifully master planned Community. The Villas is committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.We are a place where every resident can live their life to the...
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Everyone at Holly Brook takes such a good care of my father. The director, [name removed], was welcoming and helpful, and the head of nursing, [name removed], has gone above and beyond every step of the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
THE INDEPENDENCE YOU WANT ... THE DAILY ASSISTANCE YOU NEED. The Villas of Holly Brook is an Assisted Living Community that offers residents carefree, retirement living at its finest. We'll do it ALL! We'll cook, clean and do the laundry. We also take care of the lawn and remove snow and ice...
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This is the best place I could find, it's like my family. People knew my name when I came in and I felt very welcomed on my first day. I couldn't have made a better decision.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living services. We offer both long term stay options and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of...
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Villas of Holly Brook is almost a brand new facility, it is about a year old and is really nice. So far everything is working out just fine for us here and the value for the money is great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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We chose Serenity because I toured it and just really liked the facility. My husband was able to get his own private room as well which is nice. The location is close to my home and convenient. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Serenity in East Peoria, Illinois, residents truly love life. Whether you or a loved one chooses Assisted Living or Memory Care, you’ll discover a warm and inviting community offering you the right level of personalized care and support to approach each day with confidence.Our entire team...
Cost of assisted living in Benson, IL
The average cost of senior living in Benson is $4,484 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutland, IL with an average of $3,679 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Benson, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Benson, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Benson vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Benson, IL by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Benson
Recent reviews for assisted living in Benson
Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care in Chillicothe, IL
4.6
After visiting Senior Living facilities in the surrounding areas my parents decided that Evergreen Senior Living would be the best for what they needed.
I am so happy with the employees that work there. They are very friendly and help out when needed.
The nurses are very dedicated to the ...
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Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL
5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.
The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL
4.3
It was a good place for my mom. Overall experience is good loving staff and a good clean community. They kind of take you in like its your home.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews from Carriage Crossing Bloomington, Heartis Village of Peoria, and Charter Senior Living of Pekin mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff members, who ensure residents' needs are met and treat them like family.
Wide variety of activities. Residents enjoy a range of activities offered at different communities, such as painting, movies, guest speakers, and fitness classes, as mentioned in reviews for Charter Senior Living of Pekin, Bickford of Peoria, and The Grand Regency.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents from Luther Oaks, Carriage Crossing Bloomington, and Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care mention the high-quality and diverse food offerings, with some communities accommodating dietary restrictions.
Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviewers at Heartis Village of Peoria, The Village at Mercy Creek, and Charter Senior Living of Pekin praise the cleanliness and modern updates of the facilities, making for comfortable and aesthetically pleasing living environments.
Thoughtful, personalized care. Residents' individual needs are met with consideration, as described in reviews for Bickford of Bloomington, Luther Oaks, and Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care, with staff going the extra mile to ensure their comfort and well-being.
Effective communication between staff and families. Reviews from Heartis Village of Peoria, Bickford of Peoria, and Charter Senior Living of Pekin highlight the open lines of communication between staff and family members, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in the care provided.
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Benson review score based on 119 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 119 reviews of 55 Benson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Benson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Benson review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Benson assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 119 reviews of 55 Benson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Benson resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Benson, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
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Value for cost*
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Benson assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Benson assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Benson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.3%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Benson assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Benson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Benson assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Benson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Benson assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Benson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
29.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Benson assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Benson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Benson, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.8%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Benson
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Benson protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, The Village at Mercy Creek and Carriage Crossing Bloomington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Benson, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 61 assisted living facilities near Benson, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Benson, Illinois is Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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